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BajaGringo
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mojo_norte
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Hats off to the Heroes so far..
David K
BajaGringo
Solo - Kevin / Neil
San Carlos Fish Camp
Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue - please give ..
http://donkeyrescue.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=cms....
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Brian L
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaGringo
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Brian
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mtgoat666
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
| Quote: | Originally posted by shari
| Quote: | | ... I had no idea a book was in the works until BajaGringo reported it when he returned from Puerto Catarina. I didn't like the idea from that point,
but I decided to continue posting the location of Mike as a matter of concern for them and that the vast majority who view this forum enjoy seeing
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When Mike & I were corresponding about his upcoming trip, I offered to help coordinate help in the case he needed it because Juan has many amigos
& family up and down the peninsula...he never mentioned a book...
I think a book is a wonderful idea and doesnt diminish my interest in his trek at all.... why on earth wouldnt you like the idea David? I for one am
grateful for the posts you do to keep track of where Mike is so perhaps some nomads may want to join him for a bit which I hope to do too when he gets
closer.
What I dont get is why some people attack each other personally on a thread about one man's journey...it's interesting to read people's opinions and
outlooks...I may not agree but try not to attack the poster who expresses them. I very much look forward to the book.
hunker down Mike et al...looks like we're gonna have a nasty blow on sunday. |
I was a bit put off by what BajaGringo posted that Mike said. I mean we all were concerned and willing to help if even it required driving hundreds of
miles. I think the making it a secret of the method of how he and Don-Kay were able to get to Puerto Catarina from where they were on the 20th, to
force us to buy a book, is wrong. If he doesn't have faith in the market created by his trek alone to buy some future book, then he doesn't know Baja
Nomads very well. At that point the nature of his trek changed from a man's desire of adventure to a man's desire to sell books.
Naturally, I will give Mike the benefit that it wasn't him posting that but I also trust in what BajaGringo posts here.
Let's just continue following him, and see how it goes... hoping for a good outcome, naturally. |
you guys are all loony tunes. secret stories to boost book stories. good samaritans offended by secrets. where do y'all come up with this crazy
stuff?
when they make this into a movie, which actors will play the arm chair blogging adventurers?
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BajaGringo
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Here's the real hero in my book....
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krafty
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I for one will buy the book and tuck copies of these posts into it-sometimes the rants here get pretty funny-lots of agendas out there
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Skipjack Joe
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Oh wait! There's a rope around his ankle.
What savage would treat an animal like that!?
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windgrrl
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Skipjack Joe
Oh wait! There's a rope around his ankle.
What savage would treat an animal like that!? |
And what about those big and lovely gorgeous lashes - must be falsies applied daily to Don Kay for the paparazzi!
When the way comes to an end, then change. Having changed, you pass through.
~ I-Ching
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David K
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Nov. 27, 2010
Mike, Don-Kay and Solo had another big day... I will guess around 14 miles to just past the San Jose fish camp.
In order for possible access needs I have drawn in some roads that the AAA map doesn't show TW has recently driven. Mileages from TW. Until Mike gets
to the modern un-paved highway near Bahia Blanco (that runs all the way along the coast to Santa Rosalillita), 4WD and a second vehicle is recommended
to reach him.
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BajaGringo
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| Quote: | Originally posted by David K
Mike, Don-Kay and Solo had another big day... I will guess around 14 miles to just past the San Jose fish camp.
In order for possible access needs I have drawn in some roads that the AAA map doesn't show TW has recently driven. Mileages from TW. Until Mike gets
to the modern un-paved highway near Bahia Blanco (that runs all the way along the coast to Santa Rosalillita), 4WD and a second vehicle is recommended
to reach him. |
Wow, they are really moving! I am guessing that the lighter load on Don-Kay is really making the difference. Mike had to drop a lot of stuff including
all of his books he brought to read but the payoff is obvious and I am sure that DK (the 4 legged variety) is much happier.
Second vehicle? I guess I missed that one in my trip planning...
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David K
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaGringo
Second vehicle? I guess I missed that one in my trip planning...
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My point was to alert folks that the roads along the coast between Puerto Catarina (where you went) and Bahia Blanca should only be driven in a 4WD
with a companion vehicle... for safety. Just good advice... what we did in 2007 when we cruised by with The Squarecircle. http://vivabaja/707
[Edited on 11-28-2010 by David K]
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DianaT
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| Quote: | Originally posted by BajaGringo
Wow, they are really moving! I am guessing that the lighter load on Don-Kay is really making the difference. Mike had to drop a lot of stuff including
all of his books he brought to read but the payoff is obvious and I am sure that DK (the 4 legged variety) is much happier.
Second vehicle? I guess I missed that one in my trip planning...
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Looks like Don Kay sent out strong messages and they were heard. Three cheers for Don Kay. Now on with the show.
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longlegsinlapaz
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I applaud Mike challenging himself & taking on the rugged terrain & conditions, as well as Mother Nature!! I believe he's encountered some
very rough spots along the way & will apply his hard learned lessons going forth, to the benefit of himself, Don-Kay & Solo. I believe this
is a total team effort & Mike is just as dependent on Don-Kay & his well-being, as Don-Kay is dependent on Mike's well-being & treatment.
I wish them all a safe & successful journey....mile after mile, after mile, after mile, after stinkin mile!
WAY TO GO MIKE!! | Quote: | Originally posted by David K
I have to tell you that with all the 'Monday morning quarterbacking' about Mike and Don-Kay from some Nomads I was hesitant to continue with
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Sure, I was a bit miffed that Mike isn't telling us Nomads
how he got Don-Kay around the cliffs to Puerto Catarina... after the help all the involved Nomads provided. But, since Ed at the newspaper is getting
his information from here, I guess I see why. The story and photos of that event (if any) should be great to see once the book is published.
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| Quote: | | ....I had no idea a book was in the works until BajaGringo reported it when he returned from Puerto Catarina. I didn't like
the idea from that point, but I decided to continue posting the location of Mike as a matter of concern for them and that the vast majority who view
this form enjoy seeing their progress. |
| Quote: | I was a bit put off by what BajaGringo posted that Mike said. I mean we all were concerned and willing to help if even it required
driving hundreds of miles. I think the making it a secret of the method of how he and Don-Kay were able to get to Puerto Catarina from where
they were on the 20th, to force us to buy a book, is wrong. If he doesn't have faith in the market created by his trek alone to buy some
future book, then he doesn't know Baja Nomads very well. At that point the nature of his trek changed from a man's desire of adventure to
a man's desire to sell books.
Naturally, I will give Mike the benefit that it wasn't him posting that but I also trust in what BajaGringo posts here. |
A bit Miffed?? Had no idea?? A bit put off??? Why???
Would you not have offered if you'd have been told up-front a book might follow Mike's epic trek? What difference does it make? Did Mike violate
some sacred unwritten secret oath here? As others have pointed out, isn't
publication of this type of adventure after the fact more common than not? You're coming across as though Mike used & deceived you somehow!
In all honesty, WHAT SPECIFICALLY are you miffed & put off about? The fact that there may be a book....or the
fact that bajagringo found out before you & usurped you spilling the beans??
| Quote: | | Graham deserves any boost in sales, so I hope so! 'Into a Desert Place' and 'Journey with a Baja Burro' both are about walking great
distances in Baja, at first alone then later with a burro to carry the load. http://grahammackintosh.com |
And Mike doesn't deserve the same if he eventually does decide to publish his
epic adventure?
| Quote: | I offered to post his SPOT locations on the Internet and Mike
accepted, and liked the idea. So, no hint from him for free publicity for a future book. It doesn't really matter, I like Baja books,
I collect them (like Neal Johns does) and will buy Mike's. Adventure is what it is all about... real life or arm chair...
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Based on what you've said throughout this thread, I have a question for you....did you tell Mike upfront when you OFFERED to post his
SPOT locations on a daily basis that there were strings/conditions that you were attaching to your offer? Did you make it clear to Mike before he
accepted your generous offer exactly what those strings/conditions were & that you reserved the right to bail on your offer if he had the audacity
to violate your terms & conditions?
I totally agree with your statement, "Adventure is what it is all about... real life or arm chair." This is totally about Mike, Don-Kay & Solo,
it's not about DavidK & his fragile ego. Man up & honor your commitment to Mike to post his progress on a daily basis. Please stop with the
petty grade school threat to renege on your offer & stop the whining & sniveling. Don't make Mike regret having accepted your generous offer
when he reads your words here....and he eventually will read them!
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Barry A.
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Hmmmmmmmm, LongLegs has just demonstrated to me how taking things out of context will totally mess up someone's good intentions, in this case David's.
What is it with you guys and gals????? Do you see ghosts too??? Do you think David is out to get you??? Is he the enemy???
This IS a tough crowd--------and way beyond my comprehension in how they come up with this stuff.
Just ignore it, David (I guess) and keep up the good work.
Barry
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mtgoat666
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CHILDREN!!!!
PLEASE BEHAVE!!!!!!!!
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Brian L
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I honestly wish this thread could be returned to what it was supposed to have been. Oh well, it is a forum that is open to all subscribers, so we have
to take the bad with the good.
That brings up a question. Would it be possible to start a locked thread that only shows the updated locations and maps? This thread could be left
for accusing everyone of something or another.
Brian
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krafty
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Blane, what a wonderful idea-go David K........
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ELINVESTIG8R
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Sunman
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| Quote: | Originally posted by blane
I honestly wish this thread could be returned to what it was supposed to have been. |
Impossible with the packs of jackals here waiting to pounce on any misstep. And i'm not referencing this thread only.
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watizname
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Never posted before, but I have to now. I can't believe how you guys can take an interesting thread and make it into a childish mudslinging contest
about yourselves. Wow, unbelievable.
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